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 02 March 2010

 
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Every picture tells a story! Mr. No-name from the last edition now has the fabulous name of Dexter and is finally enjoying life with Wendy and Duncan!! The kleenex were in demand on that happy adoption day I can tell you.
 
Last month has to be one of the happiest in the history of Poorpaws as three previously very unhappy dogs were adopted from the refuges at Figeac and Carcasonne.  If you do not see a dog who appeals to you here at Poorpaws, I do beg you to go to your local S.P.A.  I know they can be upsetting places to visit (I cry buckets any time I go), but just bite the bullet, think of the poor dogs rather than your own feelings and imagine the wonderful feeling you will have if you take one poor dog away to a happy home. Poorpaws has good friends who work hard to help the dogs at the Figeac and Carcassonne refuges and they will be more than happy to 'hold your hand' during your visit and help with paperwork. For Figeac get in touch with Louise on 0565409282 to make arrangements and for Carcassonne, Rowan will be more than happy to meet you, call her on 0434582931.
 
Now it's sound off time. Here at Poorpaws we are more than happy to help you rehome your dog and will do all we can. All we ask is that you let us know if other arrangements are made so we do not waste time for nothing. We don't ask for a donation - one is usually offered in desperation in return for help but is rarely seen even if we are successful!! Recently we were asked to help home two dogs as the owners had been unsuccessful and were returning to the UK in two days. TWO DAYS!! I spent a lot of time, made lots of calls, sent emails and was successful in finding a temporary home. Arrangements were made and the dogs were to arrive the following day. The foster carer waited in all day but no dogs arrived and no calls received. Finally I rang and spoke to the owner asking where the dogs were.  "Oh, they've gone somewhere else" was the reply. I started to remonstrate and to say they could have let us know, when I was shouted at and had the 'phone slammed down on me. (Are you reading this Mr. McW.?) I have to admit I sent a rude email and got an even ruder one back describing me as a "vile, classless woman". This is possibly true but I think you get my point!!
 
Right, back to business! Have a look at this edition's hopefuls - they're all gorgeous:
  
Here we have two lovely dogs who are desperate to leave Figeac before they are relegated to the 'no hope' parks where there are fewer visitors. Who can resist Diouk the lovely 18 month Beagle - perhaps crossed with something else - who looks a real friendly little chap and three year old Bambou and impressive Griffon cross who looks so lonely and sad..
 

 

 

 

  
Well here we have another 'no-name' from Carcasonne - for a better picture go to http://spacarcassonne.e-monsite.com/accueil.html where he is dog of the month.  This poor lad is three years old and has been at the refuge for two of those three.  He is of indeterminate breed (aren't those the best?!) and needs a calm patient owner.  Fine with other dogs and a people lover, he has been enclosed for so long that he gets anxious when taken for a walk and keeps turning round to make sure no-one has taken his kennel away. Wouldn't it be great if he had a happy home which he knew would be there waiting for him whenever!  Please contact Rowan (see number above) to go and see Mr. No-Name.
  
Lovely Elisa four months old is just a darling.  A bundle of fun she is vaccinated to date and housetrained and is the last of the litter to find a home.

 

Adopted !!  Elisa has her bags packed ready to go to the
Cote 'Azur!!! She'll probably be so posh she won't talk to us country bumpkins any more !!

 

  

Cracking little Evie is looking for a new home as her elderly owners find they cannot give her the time and exercise that she needs.  Very lively little Evie is fine with other dogs, children ( a bit speedy with cats but young enough to learn) and is vaccinated, sterilised and has a passport.

 

 

 

 

  

Fabulous Rex is a German Shepherd crossed with something a bit ginger! Two year old Rex is vaccinated and neutered and is an absolute delight. Fine with other dogs he is very obedient and never happier than when playing ball. A faithful, loving dog, we are hoping Rex will very soon find a happy home where he will get the exercise and love he so deserves.


 

  

"That was a very good joke"
Tega was rescued and brought to Poorpaws with her nine pups.
They have all been homed and now we are hoping that Tega, having carried out her motherly duties brilliantly and now sterilised, will be lucky.  Starved of affection up to now, she is overflowing with love and just wants to be by your side gazing lovingly into your eyes.  Six year old Tega is very obediant and lists her hobbies as long walks and protecting a warm fireside.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

  

Here is my sorrowful "please adopt me" look


You won't find a finer profile than this !

 Evan is a right character ! I think 'enthusiastic' would be the best description of him!  Now nine months,  Evan had been homed but came back as he was too bouncy for small children. A very affectionate dog, Evan will lick you to death given half a chance and has a permanant  'wiggle' which makes even "sit" difficult for him (but he does try very hard !! ). For Evan we are looking for a home where he will have either a four legged friend or full time human companion/s as he does not like to be alone. Lots of exercise is hoped for for this lovable dog who is vaccinated, chipped and neutered. The stitches on his side are the result of Evan finding out to his cost that he really is now too big to get through the metal cat flap !!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  
Esther is the last of a litter of seven. All her brothers and sisters have moved on an we are hoping that Esther will soon find a happy home of her own. A real mongrel mutt when she arrived as a babe at Poorpaws, Esther is transforming into a beautiful lady with German Shepherd colouring and almost unbelievable soft fur.  At five months Esther is vaccinated and chipped and has a lovely nature.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  
Four year old Bill is sadly up for adoption due to family problems.  A sort of Lab cross ( isn't every dog ?!) Bill is a great family dog getting on very well with other dogs, cats, children and, even, chickens!! He does however need a fenced in garden having a bit of the wanderer in him. If you think Bill is for you, please contact his foster carers direct on 0562354885.

 

 

  

 

    

Training and Education
For help in training your dog and for any behaviour problems, please contact Polly-Anne Lloyd on 0563397500. Polly is now running training classes at St. Clair and will very shortly have classes at Bergerac too. 

For those in the Toulouse area contact Lene Dahl Dyke 0534522336 / 0675910279. Email k925dogtraining@hotmail.com

Regulars will remember Daren the ex police dog trainer who helped very many new Poorpaws adopters, and others, with verbal and practical advice.  Daren has moved back to England but still wants to be connected with Poorpaws and is happy to help with any queries or problems you may have.  You can contact him by email on wa287@aol.com  and Daren can call you after 6pm.